Abraham Lincoln Senior High 24-25
Tiger Talk Week of September 16, 2024
NO SIDEWALK ACCESS ALERT!
Thomas Street Sidewalk Closed
Monday, Sept. 16 - 18, 2024
Student Activities At a Glance
Monday, Sept. 16 EVEN Periods
- Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month (7:45am – 8:20am)
- Poetry & Prose with Mr. Brewer (8am-8:20am)- Library
- Mental Health Week: Sidewalk Chalk (Lunch time) in Rose Garden
- Girls Volleyball F/S vs Marshall HS (2:30pm) at LHS
- Girls Volleyball JV vs Marshall HS (3:30pm) at LHS
- Poetry & Prose with Mr. Brewer (3:30pm-4:00pm)- Library
- Girls Volleyball Varsity vs Marshall HS (4:30pm) at LHS
- Tuesday, Sept. 17 ODD Periods
- Mindful Mornings with Ms. Moayeri (8am-8:20am)- Library
- 25th Day of School Celebration Sweet Treats (7:30am – 8:20am)
- 25th Day of School Celebration Prizes (Lunchtime)
- Mental Health Week: "Coloring Me" (Lunchtime) in Rose Garden
- College Presentations: Occidental College (1:30pm)
Wednesday, Sept. 18 EVEN Periods
- Films & Fanzines with Ms. Kristiansen (8am-8:20am)- Library
- Mental Health Week: Suicide Awareness Resources & a Treat (Lunchtime) in Rose Garden
Films & Fanzines with Ms. Kristiansen (3:30pm-4:00pm)- Library
Thursday, Sept. 19 ODD Period
9th-10th graders Digital Citizenship Assignment - Advisory Period
11th–12th graders PBIS Suicide Presentation - Advisory Period
Mental Health Week: Kindness Tree (Lunchtime) in Rose Garden
Girls Volleyball F/S vs Wilson HS (2:30pm) at WHS
Battle of the Books with Ms. Crabtree & Ms. Moayeri (3:30pm-4:00pm)- Library
Girls Volleyball JV vs Wilson HS (3:30pm) at WHS
Girls Volleyball Varsity vs Wilson HS (4:30pm) at WHS
- Friday, Sept. 20 EVEN Periods
Mindful Mornings with Ms. Moayeri (8am-8:20am)- Library
SLC DAY - (MST in Rose Garden) - Advisory Period
Mental Health Week: Bubbles (Lunchtime) in Rose Garden
College Presentations: Pitzer College (2:30pm)
Girls Volleyball JV vs Downtown Magnet HS (2:30pm) at LHS
Boy’s Football Varsity vs Manual Arts HS (3pm) at MAHS
Girls Volleyball Varsity vs Downtown Magnet HS (4:00pm) at LHS
Click here to view our school's Master Calendar
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
MENTAL HEALTH WEEK ACTIVITIES
Week of Sept. 16 - 20, 2024.
There will be daily activities for students during lunch in the Rose Garden.
This week...
A-G Requirements & Graduation
TELACU Upward Bound & TELACU Talent Search
Thursday, September 19th at 9:30am at our LHS Parent Center: Representatives from TELACU will present about this great college access program available for all students. The goal of TELACU is to increase the number of youth from disadvantaged backgrounds who complete high school and enroll in and complete postsecondary education. Students are provided tutoring, counseling, mentoring, cultural enrichment, and education or counseling services designed to improve the financial and economic literacy of students. Please come and learn about this valuable information. Click here to see the flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1THRzzlzdNgxPBx_RPvv5YSEMdTuBAJIb/view?usp=sharing
Friendly Reminders
Cell Phone Policy
LAUSD will implement a smartphone policy with the goal of supporting students’ academic success and wellbeing. Here at LHS, students will be Responsible and only use earphones, cell phones and/or any other electronic devices before school, during lunch, and after school. Students will be Responsible and place their cell phones in the cell phone box during every instructional period.
Student Drop Off/Pick Up
The main entrance is on Broadway and will be open from 7:45am-3:45pm. Students may also enter school at the Alta Street gate and at the Lincoln Park Avenue gate from 7:45am-8:30am. After school the Alta Street and Broadway gates will close at 3:45pm. The Lincoln Park Avenue gate will close at 5pm.
Regular Bell Schedule
We are back to our regular bell schedule! Please check our school website for more information: https://www.lincolnhs.org/apps/bell_schedules/
Looking Ahead...
Substance Abuse Parent Workshop
Tuesday, September 24th at 9am at our LHS Parent Center: At this parent workshop, you will learn about the dangers of a variety of substances. We will give information that is accurate and age appropriate. For example, older children should know about medicines, household items and street substances that could be dangerous to them. You will learn about how substance use impacts their bodies, emotions, and ability to learn. We will discuss positive coping strategies and how to help your child regulate their emotions and identify options for problem solving.
Get Your Tickets to Lincoln Events
You now can buy tickets online for all events, including sporting events, dances, performances, Power 106 game, Prom and more. You can visit the website and order online using credit card or you can use the Hometown app. For more information, contact our Financial Manager, Henry Quach, in the Student Store.
ASB: SPIRIT WEEK #2
Week of Sept. 23-27, 2024.
Encourage students to DRESS TO IMPRESS and join each days focus and lunch time activities!
9/23 - "Autumn Colors"
9/24 - "Decades 1700-2000"
9/25 - "Western Style"
9./6 - "Y2K"
9/27 - "Favorite Holiday"
School Resources
Lincoln Library Extended Hours
Lincoln Library is excited to share expanded hours programs starting on September 16th before and after school that will also earn students community service hours.
Mondays join Mr. Brewer before and after school from 8AM to 4PM for "Poetry & Prose" where you will read and write poetry (and prose) then participate on open mic nights @ our local independent bookstore The Libros, right across the street.
Tuesdays and Fridays join Ms. Moayeri @ 8AM for "Mindful Mornings" where we will start our day with some meditation, relaxation, games and general chilling out to ward off stress and anxiety.
Wednesdays join Ms. Kristiansen before and after school from 8AM to 4PM for "Films & Fanzines" where you will share your love of the screen, big or small, and create a handmade personal magazine aka fanzine to exhibit your passion.
Thursdays join Ms. Crabree & Ms. Moayeri after school for "Battle of the Books" where we will read some fun titles then go head-to-head with other high schools, annihilating their book knowledge for a trophy, free food, free books and best of all, bragging rights.
USC AcceptED: Seniors, Get Expert Help with College Apps—For Free!
AcceptED is a mentorship program run by current USC students. They offer FREE one-on-one guidance through the entire college application process. Imagine having a college student who’s been through it all help your child with:
- Choosing the right colleges
- Crafting standout essays
- Perfecting activity lists
- Finding scholarships -And so much more!
Whether your child needs extra guidance or just a second set of eyes on their application, AcceptED’s got their back. And here's the best part: their mentors have successfully navigated the application process and helped students get into top schools like UCLA, USC, NYU, Berkeley, and even Princeton! This is a great opportunity to gain personalized support from someone who’s been in their shoes—and it’s completely free and virtual!
Interested students need to fill out the interest form attached to get paired with a mentor today! Don’t miss out on this opportunity! Let’s make this college application season a success!
Google Interest Form: USC AcceptEd Program- APPLICATION DEADLINE September 27th
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSddPStp81l1rmfkC_h5dilqPsgS0-pglxLiTLIGVyjLNeAiTg/viewform
International Student Club
Join our safe space to practice your english skills and get useful resources for other on campus events! Free Supper! TUESDAYS 2:30PM-5:00PM & THURSDAYS 3:30PM- 5:30PM in Room B3
Environmental Social Policy Magnet
Coordinator: Alex Zayas
Counselor: Quan To
Math, Science & Technology Magnet
Coordinator: Winnie Kwan
Counselor: Joni Parker Boykins
Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Math SLC
Lead: Dan Brewer & Kyle Gladden
Counselor: Joy Mayani
Voice 4 Medical, Business & Social Sciences
Lead: Art Licon & Reina Tran
Counselor: Deanna Cardenas Giron
District Resources
Home Based Tutoring (tutoring.com)
All K-12 students can get free, 1-to-1 homework help in all academic subjects and writing support. Tutors are available in multiple languages 24 hours per day/ 7 days per week. Students can log on to Schoology or Clever to quickly connect with a friendly, expert tutor at any time. Contact our school office to connect with Mr. Nava, our tutoring point person. Or visit https://achieve.lausd.net/TUTORING
College Admissions Season Support
Kick off college admissions season with Tutor.com and The Princeton Review®!
Did you know? All students have unlimited access to:
On Demand Tutoring: Connect for 1-to-1 tutoring for homework help, concept review, and standardized test prep
Easy Drop Off: Drop off your academic papers or college admissions essays with us to receive expert feedback within a day
SAT & ACT Essentials: Maximize your score with lessons, drills, full-length practice tests, and more from the experts at The Princeton Review
See the linked flyer to learn more!
Virtual Parent Workshops
Dyslexia Overview: October 16, 2024 at 9am. Learn about the characteristics of Dyslexia and Practice strategies that you can use with your child at home to support reading development.
Increasing Inclusive Practices Overview: November 20, 2024 at 9am. Learn the ‘why” and benefits of increasing inclusive practices and what your school can do to support increasing inclusive practices. Zoom Link: https://lausd.zoom.us/j/85396320899 Zoom ID: 853 9632 0899
For more information, contact: Joyce Radcliffe, Specialist TK-12 Instruction, joyce.radcliffe@lausd.net
Community Resources
EBT Card Program
The district recently became aware that the State is using Household Income Form eligibility information to determine eligibility for the summer EBT card program, also known as the sun-Bucks program. Qualifying families (free and reduced meals) may receive up to $120 dollars. Families can complete and submit Household Family Income Forms online at https://hif.lausd.net/ The California Department of Social Services is posting more details on their website, which you can access at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/sun-bucks.
The Coke Scholars Program: $20,000 Scholarship
High school seniors can apply now to be one of 150 Coke Scholars and win a $20,000 college scholarship! No essays, transcripts, or recommendations are required at this stage – just the online application. Apply by September 30 at 2pm!
Online Application:
https://webportalapp.com/sp/login/ccsf
Scholarship Information:
https://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/apply/
YouTube Tutorial: How to Apply to Be a Coca-Cola Scholar
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sC8PkEKWLKU
Selection Roadmap
https://connect.coca-colascholars.org/selectionroadmap
Volunteering @ LAPL Lincoln Heights Branch
The Lincoln Heights Branch of the Los Angeles Public Library is offering volunteer hours, in-person or virtually, for Lincoln students. Students can reach out to our LHS librarian Ms. Moayeri, or they can reach out to Ms. Kelcey Soderstrom, the young adult librarian at the branch. Ms. Kelcey is very nice, volunteering is easy and fun, and students can get up to 20 hours per month! Remember that community service hours are a requirement for student’s senior portfolios before graduation. Lincoln Heights Branch Los Angeles Public Library is located at 2530 Workman St. Phone: (323) 226-1692
Photo Album
Let's hear it for our Girl's Volleyball Teams
Mr. Paja enjoying the lunchtime activities from up above
Suicide Awareness & Prevention Assembly
Suicide Awareness "Lifesavers" Lunchtime Activity
Pep Rally
Pep Rally
Thank you to the 45+ parents for joining our Coffee with the Principal
Principal Gomez & LAUSD Board member Dr. Rivas
Contact Information
Principal: Ms. Gomez
Location: 3501 N. Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90031
Phone: (323) 441-4600
Website: www.lincolnhs.org